#achlystriphylla

Vanilla Leaf, Achlys triphylla (Berberidaceae). What an absolutely perfect specimen! Always such a delightful sight. In Greek mythology, Achlys is an ancient goddess symbolizing mist and death. This plant is sometimes called Sweet After Death.

#vanillaleaf #achlystriphylla #berberidaceae #plants #plantid #plantidentification #botany #plantsofinstagram (at North Bend, Washington)
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